Went in because I needed spiritual guidance regarding my life and marriage. I asked for a reading. I ended up getting a shell reading which was the first time I've ever had one. The man behind the counter set everything up and within the first question and things he said, I knew this was what I needed. He confirmed things he would not have known about me or my husband. I'm not a skeptic but I wasn't sure what to expect. After the first sentence and as he described in detail what I was going through, I felt reassured. I felt like this Botanica had the answers I needed and it did. Im glad I came in when I did. read more

The owner is intuitive, kind, and helpful. The selection is fantastic and she can also help guide you toward products if you're not certain what you're looking for. It did not feel "sales-y" but truly from a place of guidance and help. read more

Havent been in a while but the customer service was good. Was having trouble with creative blocks and they made an oil for me and pointed me in the direction of the right candles and work to do on my own outside the shop. I never felt pressured to buy anything or have works done for me, and the oil worked like a charm (which I guess it was!) read more

This spot is a favorite for all your supplies, help with spells, general guidance, readings, you name it. Highly recommend!

Excellent customer service from Carol! Highly recommend supporting this small business

Just started coming here last month. This place is dope. They have some amazing products like spiritial colognes and some amazing oils and everything else from a great selection of incenses, candles, and jewelry. One certain oil I bought smells so good and I still keep applying it even though its intention already manifested . The staff is beyond helpful and is always so kind. Readings and cleansings are very reasonably priced for what they offer. Alot of preparation and work goes into everything so you are getting your moneys worth. This place is the real deal. This place is full of good energy. The owners have adorable pets like their cute turtle and puppy. Check this place out if you are looking for a good botanica. And always call to check the hours as they always change and may be temporarily closed if there is a reading or cleansing in session. read more

I just went yesterday for something I need it to do very nice humble and knowledgeable I had never had a reading whit shell I was so amazed and they will mot over charge for anything if I could give them 10 star I would I recommend this place 100 percent read more

Love this place. I get the good vibes and good treatment from the staff. Thank you always :)

Sometimes it's all about the vibe. Here the vibe is rich, calm, reassuring, with a little spooky - everything you want a botanica to be. The proprietress is wonderful - intuitive, of course, and generous of spirit. Great selection, fair prices... definitely worth seeking out! read more

I am so grateful that I came here. I have had a few family members pass this year and really needed guidance as well as supplies. I felt that the staff here really cared and took their time to instruct me and present many options that would suit my needs. The price is reasonable and I will be coming back. read more

We visited in September and bought some amazing oils. Ordered more a few weeks back and package arrived today!!! Yay because the success business oil has been amazing!! Thanks so very much, we are big believers in this store and the products read more

Not the best energy in here. The man working here had his pants down below his butt and had to pull them up when I walked in. Thankfully he was wearing boxers. But I did not want to see that. The person behind the counter charged my card, and then said there was an error and asked foe my card to charge it again. A red flag went off in my head, so I checked my bank account and the transaction had processed already. If I had given my card again, I was going to be charged a second time. Thankfully I showed them the transaction in my account and I didn't have any issues leaving with the item I bought. Aside from this, the energy was just not positive in here. I jockey found the item I went in for a and left, and I feel like I need a good cleanse after that experience. I wish the best on this store, it's customers, and it's employees. read more

I have been going to mama root's botanica for a little over 6 months and not only have I found items that took me there but also left with a few more that were not planned or budgeted. The folks that work there are super friendly... almost like your really nice coworker or wonderful next-door neighbor (Angel, Carol, Stephanie & Silas... those that I know). They are insightful, teach, educate, offer solicited personal advice and I always have difficulty tearing myself away to leave. I still have very high hopes of meeting or running into mama roots herself as I really would love to meet and know her. That's how reputable the place is to me. I hope this place lasts for a very long time. PS: It's really none of my business but with my total experience in the past 6 months frequenting that store 2 to 3 times each week and all the 5-star reviews I read, if "how are you" is what gives you sleepless nights then these people need more than a cleanse. Does the public bus driver or the gas filling station attendant ask everyone "how are you"? Do you not still go to those places? I am not the owner or staff of the place but I really do love the place so much that I felt the inclination to stick up for them. We worry about the wrong things in life hence we need to darn cleanse in the 1st place. CONSTANTINE. read more

Mama Roots is great! She has been doing readings and cleansing for me for several years. I'd recommend her in a heart beat to others

Unfortunately second time here was not as good as the first. We got here around the time it opened, and was not greeted as we came in. No 'how are you'...at no point was I asked if I needed help. Maybe I wasn't being taken seriously, I don't know. I got a couple items and left without much fanfare. I really enjoy coming to this place but being treated like that does not make me wish to return. read more

A real gem! The best place to find all the perfect ingredients for creating magic potions! read more

Botanica Mama Roots - Supernatural Readings Near Me - San Diego, California

Very knowledgeable and experienced. Friendly vibe and not elitist. Helpful for this newcomer.

Wasn't intending on writing a review as I was only looking up the name so I could find the phone number/hours of this shop. All that changed in an instant and it's time I say something about this place I have only been in once or twice. Not sure if I avoid this place because I'm having trouble dealing with what occurred there, but it's time to find out. One afternoon my bf & I were waiting outside Botanica Mama Roots for it to open. It was past 1:00 pm & the shop was supposed to be open but wasn't so we decided to wait. Standing outside a young lady approached the door & we automatically thought she was there to open the store. But after looking inside and finding it closed she stood off to one side and waited like we'd been doing. I could feel her glancing at us but more specifically at me. To this day I remember my exact feelings that day and how quickly everything changed. Suddenly I became uneasy but not in a bad way, nervous and on-edge like I couldn't wait any longer, I wanted the shop to open and not wait any longer. My bf had noticed the change in my behavior, asking if I was alright and saying maybe we should come back at a later time. No, let's wait. We're here & we've waited this long, let's give it a little more time. That's all I remember saying & thinking. For whatever reason I felt compelled to wait however long it took, definitely not my normal. Minutes passed, maybe 10 I'd say and the other woman waiting appeared to be getting ready to leave. She was writing what looked like a note & went towards the door, then turned & walked towards us. She explained she was the shop owners daughter in law & the owner was on the way as she'd just gotten off the phone with her. Thanking her for the info as she started to leave us I felt strangely aware of everything around me, like I wanted to follow in the direction she was leaving, but our car was parked right next to us. The best way to describe my feelings would be 'should I stay or should I go', song by The Clash. Without noticing this woman reappeared, saying she was a Reiki Master and had something to tell me that was very important. She asked if I knew what Reiki was, I didn't and she didn't take the time to explain. What she did say was that I had a significant health issue that if left unattended could easily kill me. WTF?!?! I'm healthier & happier than I've ever been, nothing stood out that could pose such concern. She went on to say we mask issues & although it might not be apparent on the outside, she saw a storm brewing on the inside of me. This woman rattled my cage! I was dumbfounded. She briefly explained that this was highly abnormal for her to confront someone out of the blue, not knowing them or being asked for a reading. Hell, I had zero clue what had just taken place. This all went down in under a minute and she was gone. Fast forward a month, I found myself in emergency surgery fighting for my life due to an infection that had started in my leg. What's so bizarre about this is I never put two & two together, connecting what she'd said until the day my home health nurse said she'd never seen anyone heal so quickly....as if it was magic. I'm sorry if this story has gone on too long but I needed to recall & write it, why I don't know. Now 7 years later I'm going to try & find this mystery lady again. read more

So as a longtime veteran of the service industry (luckily, I've moved on from that part of my life lol) I've learned to quite despise this route of reviewing as it's generally just people who want to complain about the most ridiculous things. However, I know people generally use Yelp when looking for suggestions as far as where to find what they're looking for, and for that reason I feel compelled to write this review. I LOVE this shop. I absolutely love it. As a practitioner of my craft as well as just someone generally interested in the esoteric, I'm always on the lookout for places to purchase my supplies and maybe even interact with others who share my beliefs and I've found that in Botanical Mama Roots! I've lived in several major cities on the West Coast and when I moved back to SD from Portland, I found my supplies pretty well depleted and in need of some serious re-upping. This shop had everything I needed and then some, plus I've quite enjoyed the conversation I've had with both the man working there as well as other customers on several occasions. Is a shop like this for *everyone?* well, if you're going to call something bAd ViBeS just because it's not your style or whatever, I guess not. But if you ARE looking for tools for your practice, a truly unique space, and even input/guidance/advice from someone who really knows their stuff, then this is 10/10. read more

I have shopped here for years. I absolutely love this store. Beautiful jewelry, perfume oils, candles, tarot cards, rocks and crystals. So many unique gifts here. The prices are fair and they provide excellent customer service. read more

Botanica Mama Roots - Green Man Talisman. - Supernatural Readings Near Me - San Diego, California

Whoa...I have not seen any metaphysical store out in San Diego like this one; it's truly occult. Then again, I have never been inside a botanica... This place almost reminds me of Long Beach's Eye of the Cat store (which is a definite go-to for anyone into magick and witchcraft) and obviously caters to a particular clientele. They've been around since 1989, so they're pretty established in my opinion. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, narrowminded, or others who are into new age fluff. Anyway, I liked this store. Aside from being kinda cramped and dark, there is a load of stuff to look at and handle. Many statues and statuettes. Witchcraft items. Alternative healing remedies. Several different kinds of incense...a HUGE selection of oils and candles; I really don't know how they were able to put all of them in there, but they're there! Many different types of herbs and other incense in jars; it's very easy to pick and choose what you need and want. Some of the merchandise is kinda pricey, but definitely worth getting if you're into rarities. There are also items for those who practice Santeria and Voodoo. Many soaps and supplies that will help attract a lover, money, or whatever your intention may be. I wouldn't go here to buy Tarot, books, or stones; there wasn't too much of those and to be honest, some of the Tarot cards were a little more expensive than if I bought the cards elsewhere. Tarot reading consultations are available by appointment only. The lady behind the counter was really friendly; I could tell she had good energy. If you are curious and want a change from all the new age shops (especially if you want a store that is more pagan-based and occultist), Botanica Mama Roots is the place to go. Just a helpful reminder: they're only open Monday through Saturday from 1-6 and on Sundays from 1-5. read more

I've passed by this store so many times and my ancestors finally said "today is the day! It is your time! You can enter!" It was meant to be. I felt good and at ease as I walked in and explored. The store owner was so nice and helpful. I've been burning sage wrong this whole damn time and they gave me very helpful advice and recommended some items they have available. I plan to come back and shop again soon! read more

Musty little botanica with very outdated supplies. I didn't find any of the herbs in the jars fresh or potent, and the place has an overall low energy vibe. Has anyone shopped here since 1982??? I honestly don't know how this place stays in business. Cannot recommend. Yuck. read more

One of the only shops in san diego of its kind! I love this cute little shop that has been in the heart of normal heights for as long as I can remember. They have it all. Altar pentacles, witchcraft books, jewelry, magical herbs, candles, spellbooks...you name it. Come down and support your local business owner! In fact, I may drop in today! Good customer service and you can even get readings done ! read more

Good place to buy candles.. oils I'm not so sure of just yet nothing has worked yet but it's a good shop for quick supplies. I do candle magic often so I'm aware of how it works to a degree. Prices are reasonable. read more

This is one of my favorite small businesses in San Diego. When I wrote my first review it was based on my first time there. I have been coming back ever since to buy incense and have even picked up a few other things I would have never imagines buying. After having a nice lengthy chat with one of the employees I bought some oils. One is to enhance memory and is to be dabbed behind the ears. The other was dragon's blood to ward off bad energy and is applied to the neck. I have no idea if they are working, but at this point I don't care. The oils smell good. I also bought a voodoo doll for my cats to play with and a candle that looks like a vagina. Candle vaginas are fun! This shop is rooted in Santeria but sells supplies that cater to multiple sects and faiths. The people in here are so awesome. They are happy to educate customers on their beliefs and they way in which the spirit world works. Every time I go in there I walk away with a slightly higher IQ. read more

I love this store! It's one of my favorites! This store is not "fluffy" at all like the majority of the stores in the SD area. Like other posters have mentioned, this is truly an Occult store. I guess you can say it has aspects of a Botanica but I find Botanicas to be more geared towards just Santeria and I find Mama Roots to be a mix of all things with only a small amount of Wiccan products (good). They have figural candles, talismans, herbs, books, tarot, incense, herbal washes, herbal powders, oils etc... My only complaint is that they carry a lot of the Ana Rivers line of oils and I am not a fan of Ana Rivers. I really enjoy lucky Mojo oils but she doesn't carry any so I usually ask for the ones she makes by hand. The only down side to that is that she doesn't always have what I need. The girls behind the counter are very knowledgeable and nice. Don't be afraid to ask questions, you can ask them about anything, even curse workings! Trust me, I have gone in there a few times with non stop questions and they always take the time to answer them. Of course, I don't really curse people... Just wanted to throw that out there... bahahah - -- evil laugh---- :P read more

They have a great selection of herbs, oils, jewelry, ritual tools, and candles. For books they don't have as many books as lady of the lake or controversial bookstore but this is a great store to check out for it's other unique products. If you're on Adam's and are looking for a New Age / Occult store definitely check out Mama Roots :) read more

I am not typically someone who writes reviews, but came away from this establishment with such positive experience that I have to encourage others to bring their business here as well. I am completely 'ignorant' for lack of a better word to anything having to do with the occult, but Martha made me feel comfortable in asking my questions and I came away with not only a better understanding into spirituality but a better understanding of myself. Not only will I be back, but will encourage others to stop by as well! read more

The staff is very knowledgeable and the store carries some items that can be very hard to find. They have a large selection of incenses and oils. The staff helped me to choose the right oil one of the first times I went there and the oil I purchased turned out to be one of my favorites. This is definitely the store to check out for all sorts of religious magical practice. read more

No one answers calls and I show up when the store is supposed to be open, no one is here. 1:15 pm on a Thursday. I messaged on Facebook saying "hi why isn't the shop open right now?" And got a rude response saying "have some patients" (you mean patience?). What a waste of gas. Definitely will not ever shop here if this is how a business is ran. read more

Great store with unique items, both ladies in the store VERY helpful and amazingly intuitive. Please force this place a try, they even have their own blend of ritual oils read more

Favorite store! Been coming here for years. Always had the best gems! Cant wait to go back to San Diego next month to go back.

One of the best Botanica /metaphysical shops I have been to. Great stock, great staff, fair prices and very knowledgeable and intuitive. Martha helped me and she is great. Her knowledge and love for what she does shines through her. read more

Just checked this place out for the first time, and I was pleased with what I saw. The prices were reasonable, and the items they carried were things that I'd have had to order online and spend a fortune on in shipping. I'm so glad I found this place :) I will definitely come again. I only wish their hours were a tiny bit longer, but I can understand they probably don't open long hours to save on business costs. read more

I saw mama roots about 3 years ago. I've been dying to go back. Everything she mentioned in my tarot card reading was accurate or became accurate. I went in skeptical, didn't believe in psychics and still not confident that I do. I didn't tell her one thing or give any hints that anything she said was wrong or right. I just took it all in. 3 years later, looking back- she was right on everything!! The owner was the one who did my reading and you do have to book ahead for an appointment. I don't live in the area so I haven't had the chance to make it back. But I plan to soon! I went to her for guidance with my career. I'm glad I did because she gave me the push I needed read more

I've been coming to this little witch shop for years and I always find what I need. The oils, candles, incense, and sage make the trip well worth it. read more

I made appointment for a reading with Martha. Had to wait a few weeks. When I show up for my appointment time, the store is closed and no one is there to answer the phone or door? How unprofessional! I'm very disappointed. read more

I went to BMR for a reading, upon my reading I was asked cards or stones, I chose cards. Before even flipping over the first card, she began to read me like a book. As the cards started, I felt so vulnerable and it was as though she had a diary I've written my entire life and she read it before my appointment. She did not have to be helped or even ask questions to speak the facts. I highly highly highly recommend this service. I just wanted clarity and she provided so much more than that. I will be back! read more

I like exactly what I saw at the store. The cashier interacted with me very kindly without hesitant because I am deaf. It's full of good and bad spirits inside the store, but its just up to people whether they like bad or good spirits. It requires no judgement. I also bought a cats tarot cards there. it's been useful. read more